Cancer Survivorship Service

Supporting your journey beyond cancer

Finished active cancer treatment? You're not alone.

Mater's Statewide Cancer Survivorship Service is here to support your health and wellbeing by helping you take confident steps toward recovery and embrace a vibrant life beyond cancer.

With personalised, evidence-based care, we guide you through the physical, emotional, and lifestyle changes that may follow cancer treatment, including:

Physical health: Peripheral neuropathy or lymphoedema, bone and muscle health, menopause or perimenopause, diet and weight management.
Emotional wellbeing: Fear of cancer recurrence, changes in mood, memory, or concentration.
Lifestyle: Returning to work or study, sexuality or intimacy, self-esteem, body image, and confidence.

We welcome participants from all over Queensland and northern New South Wales, and you can meet with us in person or via telehealth for your appointments.

Tailored support that meets your needs

Your support may include:

A personalised care plan and lifestyle advice
Access to clinical psychology and emotional wellbeing support
Specialist advice and supportive care
Allied Health referrals and symptom management
Practical support, group programs, and links to community services
Opportunities to participate in survivorship-related research or clinical trials

Who can access the service

You may be eligible if you:

Have been diagnosed with cancer
Received cancer care in Queensland or northern NSW
Completed active treatment (surgery, chemotherapy and/or radiation) within the past six weeks to five years
Note: You may still be on maintenance therapy (eg. endocrine therapy, bisphosphonates, or oral chemotherapy)
Are over 18 years old
Are eligible for Medicare (fees apply for overseas patients)
Are experiencing concerns related to life after cancer

How to join

Step 1: Referral

Ask your GP or cancer doctor to refer you to Mater's Statewide Cancer Survivorship Service. A doctor or nurse practitioner referral is required to access this service.

Step 2: Eligibility check

Our team reviews your referral and confirms your eligibility.

Step 3: Pre-assessment clinic

We’ll contact you to book a nurse-led pre-assessment clinic review. In this appointment, we’ll discuss your medical history and identify any unmet survivorship needs.

Step 4: Doctor’s clinic

You may attend a doctor’s clinic (in person or via telehealth) to discuss your survivorship concerns and receive a personalised survivorship care plan. We’ll also connect you with relevant health services and share recommendations with your local GP.

Step 5: Nurse’s clinic

You may also attend a nurse’s clinic (in person or via telehealth) for health education, referrals, resources, and guidance on accessing services closer to home.